Farofa Stuffed Bell Peppers (Pimentões Recheados com Farofa)

Pimentões Recheados com Farofa, or Farofa Stuffed Bell Peppers, is a delicious and hearty dish from Brazilian cuisine. The combination of colorful bell peppers and savory farofa creates a flavorful and satisfying meal that is perfect for any occasion.

Farofa Stuffed Bell Peppers (Pimentões Recheados com Farofa)

Ingredients

  • 4 large bell peppers
  • 1 cup farofa
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tomato, diced
  • 1/2 cup black beans, cooked
  • 1/4 cup olives, sliced
  • 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
  3. In a large bowl, mix together the farofa, onion, garlic, tomato, black beans, olives, parsley, salt, and pepper.
  4. Stuff the bell peppers with the farofa mixture and place them in a baking dish.
  5. Drizzle the stuffed peppers with olive oil and cover the baking dish with foil.
  6. Bake for 30 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the peppers are tender.
  7. Serve the stuffed bell peppers hot and enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Protein
12g
Carbohydrates
35g
Fat
14g

Supplies

Baking dish Foil

Tools

Knife Cutting board Bowl

Serving suggestions

Serve the Farofa Stuffed Bell Peppers with a side of rice and a fresh green salad for a complete and satisfying meal.

Tips & tricks

For a spicier version, add a chopped chili pepper to the farofa mixture before stuffing the bell peppers.

Cost

$10